9-story building being constructed in the Philippines collapses, trapping dozens
A nine-story building under construction in the Philippines collapsed, trapping several workers. While 22 workers managed to escape, an unknown number remain missing. Rescue efforts are underway with over 100 personnel involved in the operation.
- ▪The building collapsed during a thunderstorm in Angeles city, Pampanga province.
- ▪22 workers were able to escape the collapse, but many others are still unaccounted for.
- ▪More than 100 police and government personnel are involved in the rescue efforts.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream on9-story building being constructed in the Philippines collapses, trapping dozensPolice say a nine-story building that was being constructed in a city north of the Philippine capital has collapsed with 22 workers managing to get out while an unknown number remain missingByThe Associated PressMay 23, 2026, 10:14 PM1:12MANILA, Philippines -- A nine-story building that was being constructed in a city north of the Philippine capital collapsed early Sunday with 22 workers managing to get out while others remain missing, police said.The building collapsed before dawn during a thunderstorm in Angeles city…
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